Wastewater Solutions Sales Representative

Xylem; Chicago, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Flygt, a Xylem business, seeks a technically minded Sales Representative to support municipal and industrial wastewater customers across the Chicago region. You will drive the full sales cycle—from prospecting and technical evaluations to proposals, negotiation, and post-sale support, building long-term customer partnerships.

Success requires 8+ years in outside sales, familiarity with pumps and water systems, strong presentation skills, and CRM proficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent relevant experience in business, engineering, or a related field.
• 8+ years of outside sales, territory management, business development, or technical sales.
• Experience with pumps, rotating equipment, water or wastewater systems, or engineered solutions.
• Strong communication, presentation, negotiation, and closing skills.
• Proficiency with Salesforce or similar CRM; willingness to travel in the Chicago area.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a strategic sales plan for the Chicago-area municipal and industrial markets.
• Manage opportunities from prospecting through closing and post-sale follow-up.
• Build and sustain trusted customer relationships with utilities, engineers, and contractors.
• Coordinate pricing, proposals, and contract requirements while maintaining margin discipline.

Job description

Flygt, a Xylem business, seeks a technically minded Sales Representative to support municipal and industrial wastewater customers across the Chicago region. You will drive the full sales cycle—from prospecting and technical evaluations to proposals, negotiation, and post-sale support, building long-term customer partnerships.

Success requires 8+ years in outside sales, familiarity with pumps and water systems, strong presentation skills, and CRM proficiency.